Magnet Research & Modelling Intern

Support the Magnet Technologies team to model and analyse the HTS magnets and power systems at the heart of our levitated dipole machine 17th August, 2026 Equal Opportunity Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace.We believe that diversity strengthens our team and are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment. Who We Are OpenStarTechnologies is on a mission to repeat the feats of Māui and capture the power of the Sun. By mastering fusion - the process that powers the stars - we can generate safe, clean, carbon-free, base-load electricity in a way that is economically scalable to the challenge of mitigating climate disaster and giving birth to the next industrial revolution. Our team is currently made up of talented engineers and physicists, based in Wellington, New Zealand. About the Role JoinOpenStar'sMagnet Technologies team to help model andanalysethe high-temperature superconducting magnets and power systems at the heart of our levitated dipole reactor.You'llusemultiphysicssimulation to translate system-level performance goals into validated magnet designs. Key Responsibilities Electromagnetic & Multiphysics Modelling Optimisemagnet and power system designs usingmultiphysicssimulation software (e.g.ANSYS EM, ANSYS Structural, COMSOL, FEMM) Model system components such as core magnets and HTS transformer rectifiers, translating system-level performance goals into design parameters Develop design tools, data analysis software, and algorithms in Python or similar Design Support Develop specifications for magnets and related components based on system design and performance goals Analyse design trade-offs and document recommendations supported by your modelling results Reporting & Collaboration Track and report results and progress against project goals and milestones Communicate and collaborate with internal engineering stakeholders on model assumptions and findings Key Relationships Magnet Technologies engineers HTS Rectifiers team Plasma and Subsystems teams - system-level requirements What We're Looking For Experience withmultiphysicssimulation software (e.g.ANSYS, COMSOL, FEMM) Working knowledge of Python or a similar language for modelling and data analysis Ability to work through and solve highly multidisciplinary engineering problems. Ability to take initiative, workindependentlyand as part of a team. Great teammemberwith clear communication and collaboration skills. Innate desire to learn, innovate, and critique ideas including one's own. Currently enrolled in aBachelor'sdegree (or higher) in physics, electrical, mechanical, or materials engineering, or a related discipline Join Us This opportunity boils down to the chance to work on something truly meaningful. The scariest thing about the climate crisis today is that, forall ofour bluster and protest, there are very few of us whoactually havea chance to do meaningful work solving this problem. Carbon-free energy is an absolute necessity if we want to be able torecognisethe world that future generations inherit. Please join us in making this a reality. Support the Magnet Technologies team to model and analyse the HTS magnets and power systems at the heart of our levitated dipole machine 17th August, 2026 Equal Opportunity Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace.We believe that diversity strengthens our team and are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment. Who We Are OpenStarTechnologies is on a mission to repeat the feats of Māui and capture the power of the Sun. By mastering fusion - the process that powers the stars - we can generate safe, clean, carbon-free, base-load electricity in a way that is economically scalable to the challenge of mitigating climate disaster and giving birth to the next industrial revolution. Our team is currently made up of talented engineers and physicists, based in Wellington, New Zealand. About the Role JoinOpenStar'sMagnet Technologies team to help model andanalysethe high-temperature superconducting magnets and power systems at the heart of our levitated dipole reactor.You'llusemultiphysicssimulation to translate system-level performance goals into validated magnet designs. Key Responsibilities Electromagnetic & Multiphysics Modelling Optimisemagnet and power system designs usingmultiphysicssimulation software (e.g.ANSYS EM, ANSYS Structural, COMSOL, FEMM) Model system components such as core magnets and HTS transformer rectifiers, translating system-level performance goals into design parameters Develop design tools, data analysis software, and algorithms in Python or similar Design Support Develop specifications for magnets and related components based on system design and performance goals Analyse design trade-offs and document recommendations supported by your modelling results Reporting & Collaboration Track and report results and progress against project goals and milestones Communicate and collaborate with internal engineering stakeholders on model assumptions and findings Key Relationships Magnet Technologies engineers HTS Rectifiers team Plasma and Subsystems teams - system-level requirements What We're Looking For Experience withmultiphysicssimulation software (e.g.ANSYS, COMSOL, FEMM) Working knowledge of Python or a similar language for modelling and data analysis Ability to work through and solve highly multidisciplinary engineering problems. Ability to take initiative, workindependentlyand as part of a team. Great teammemberwith clear communication and collaboration skills. Innate desire to learn, innovate, and critique ideas including one's own. Currently enrolled in aBachelor'sdegree (or higher) in physics, electrical, mechanical, or materials engineering, or a related discipline Join Us This opportunity boils down to the chance to work on something truly meaningful. The scariest thing about the climate crisis today is that, forall ofour bluster and protest, there are very few of us whoactually havea chance to do meaningful work solving this problem. Carbon-free energy is an absolute necessity if we want to be able torecognisethe world that future generations inherit. Please join us in making this a reality. #J-18808-Ljbffr